WASHINGTON (June 6): US President Donald Trump has signed a travel ban on 12 mostly Middle Eastern and African countries, reviving a controversial measure from his first term expected to trigger a fresh wave of legal challenges. Trump said on Wednesday the measure was spurred by a makeshift flamethrower attack on a Jewish protest in [...] The post Trump slaps new travel ban on 12 countries appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (June 6): Dog owners are urged not to let their pets roam freely outside their homes for the safety of the animals and the well-being of the community. Deputy Mayor Councillor Ariffin Mohamad issued the reminder during Miri City Council's (MCC) monthly Meet-the-People Session (MTPS) held at Krokop Market today (June 6). "We have [...] The post MCC issues stern reminder to dog owners: Keep pets leashed or risk having them put down appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (June 6): The state government will reimburse 320 families in Rajang Park who had independently funded the installation of individual septic tanks after the area's central sewerage system became defunct. Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang, said these families were identified over the years through a process of [...] The post State govt to reimburse 320 Rajang Park families for septic tank installation appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KUCHING (June 6): The Sessions Court here today sentenced a 44-year-old father of five to three years in prison for assaulting his wife with a stainless steel thermos cup. Judge Musli Ab Hamid imposed the sentence on Tang Cheng Chong, 44, who pleaded guilty to the charge under Section 324 of the Penal Code, read [...] The post Husband gets three years' jail for assaulting wife with thermos cup appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KAPIT (June 6): Minister for Works and Kapit MP Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi on Thursday afternoon presented Letters of Appointment to 46 community leaders (KMKK) in the Song District during a ceremony held at the Song District Office meeting room. Among the recipients were 34 Tuai Rumah and Ketua Kampung, along with one Penghulu [...] The post Nanta hands over appointment letters to 46 community leaders in Song District appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

PUTRAJAYA (June 6): The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) has announced that all employment contracts between employers and employees must be stamped starting Jan 1, 2026. This directive is in line with the phased implementation of the Stamp Duty Self-Assessment System (STSDS) as outlined in the 2025 Budget. In a statement today, the IRB said it [...] The post IRB: Compulsory for employment contracts to be stamped effective next year appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (June 6): The Sarawak General Hospital's (SGH) Blood Bank is appealing to the public to come forward and donate blood, citing an urgent need for blood transfusions. In a statement today, the Blood Bank stressed that blood donations are crucial to saving lives and ensuring a steady supply for patients. "Donating your blood to [...] The post SGH Blood Bank calls for public to donate blood as supply dwindles appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (June 6): Firefighters were deployed to extinguish a bushfire near Jalan Pulau Melayu here yesterday. According to a statement from the Lutong Fire Station, a distress call was received at 1.45pm, prompting the immediate dispatch of a team to the scene. "Upon arriving at the scene, the operation commander reported that there was a [...] The post Bushfire near Jalan Pulau Melayu quickly contained by firefighters appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (June 6): A total of 113 members from the Second, Fourth, Fifth, 16th, and 23rd Kuching Scout Troops joined hands for a beach clean-up initiative at Kem Belia Pueh, successfully collecting 133.5 kilogrammes of waste left behind by irresponsible visitors. The clean-up, hosted by the Fifth Kuching Scout Troop in collaboration with the Second, [...] The post 113 Kuching Scouts collect 133.5kg of trash in beach clean-up drive appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

WASHINGTON (June 6): SpaceX chief Elon Musk said Thursday he would begin "decommissioning" his company's Dragon spacecraft -- vital for ferrying NASA astronauts to and from the International Space Station -- after US President Donald Trump threatened to terminate his government contracts. "In light of the President's statement about cancellation of my government contracts, @SpaceX [...] The post In row with Trump, Musk says will end critical US spaceship ..

KUCHING (June 6): Sixty-two school teachers, lecturers, and officers from education departments and district offices across the country participated in the 4th National Assembly of Innovation Judges, held recently in Miri. The event, themed "Competency of Judges in Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation," was organised by the Labuan Research, Innovation and Creativity Society (LaRIS). It [...] The post 62 educators join national innovation judges assembly in Miri appeared ..

BEIJING (June 6): Amid mounting global uncertainties and a complex external environment, China is reinforcing its commitment to high-quality development to bolster economic stability and resilience. Following a recent meeting of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, which set priorities for maintaining stable employment, businesses, markets and expectations, relevant government [...] The post China's policy synergy sustains growth, stabilizes employment ..

BEIJING (June 6): Building on a positive start in the first quarter of 2025, China's economy is continuing to make steady progress, said Ding Lin, an official with the National Development and Reform Commission. Speaking on the latest episode of China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News Agency, Ding noted that [...] The post China's economy on steady upward trajectory amid external challenges: official appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR (June 6): Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) is cutting 10 per cent of its workforce to cope with challenging operating conditions, particularly due to falling crude prices. President/group chief executive officer Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik Tengku Aziz said the number of staff involved in the right-sizing process currently stands at around 5,000, and [...] The post Petronas to cut 10 pct of its workforce, says Tengku Muhammad Taufik appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (June 6): Around 40 members of Perguruan Muntat Gamang Sarawak gathered for a 'miring pengaroh' ritual at Tr Chendang longhouse, Batu 13, Jalan Miri- Bintulu yesterday in conjunction with the Gawai Dayak celebration. The ritual was led by Muntat Gamang Grandmaster Ugik Jalit, assisted by 'tuai kayau' Dennis Jarraw, 'sapit tuai kayau' Silo Amit, Donny [...] The post Muntat Gamang holds traditional miring pengaroh ritual in Miri for Gawai appeared first on ..

KUCHING (June 6): Sarawak reaffirmed its position as Southeast Asia's clean energy leader during the Energy Export Conference (EEC) 2025 held in Aberdeen, United Kingdom yesterday. Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni unveiled a bold vision for Sarawak's energy future, said a statement issued by his office. In his [...] The post Sarawak showcases clean energy leadership at EEC 2025 in UK appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (June 6): Fans of Indonesian music legend Hetty Koes Endang will have to wait a little longer for her much-anticipated concert here, as organisers Borneo SuperAct Events have officially announced the postponement of the 'Hetty Koes Endang & Friends' concert to Sept 13, 2025. Originally scheduled for July 5 at the Miri Indoor Stadium, [...] The post Fans to wait a bit longer: Hetty Koes Endang concert in Miri rescheduled to Sept 13 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (June 6): The Girl Guides Association Malaysia Sarawak Branch will host the 'Jom Sihat Carnival 2025' at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) foyer on Aug 24. Its president Dato Dayang Morliah Awang Daud announced that the carnival will run from 6.30am to noon, featuring a vibrant line-up of activities including Zumba sessions, a [...] The post Over 1,000 expected at Girl Guides Jom Sihat Carnival 2025 in MBKS foyer this Aug appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (June 6): The upcoming Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) will introduce a new female mascot to accompany its official mascot 'Engkuli', a clouded leopard, as part of this year's celebration themed "The Rhythm of Borneo". BCF organising chairman Mohammed Abdullah Izkandar Roseley, who is also Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) deputy chairman, said the festival will [...] The post BCF 2025 to introduce new female mascot to join Engkuli in celebrating The Rhythm of ..

KUCHING (June 6): Hope Place Kuching has extended aid to a five-year-old boy diagnosed with leukemia, providing essential items such as diapers, children's milk powder, school supplies, and toys. Muhammad Aqil Hazwan Khalid was diagnosed with Precursor B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia last September and was immediately hospitalised for a month. His plight came to the [...] The post I am brave: 5-year-old leukemia patient receives aid from Hope Place Kuching appeared first on Borneo ..

MIRI (June 6): The 'Barber Take Over' was officially launched yesterday at the Visitor Information Centre, transforming the venue into a hub of creativity, grooming expertise, and entrepreneurial energy. Running from June 4 to 8, the five-day event aims to provide a platform for youth and the local community to explore opportunities in the barbering [...] The post Miris Barber Take Over highlights TVET pathways, youth empowerment through style appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

HARBIN (June 6): Deep in a red pine forest, where towering ancient trees cast dappled shadows and the air was thick with the scent of resin, a resounding song, known as the "forest shanty", drew a circle of curious visitors. This song was sung by 45-year-old Cui Jianhua, who stood beneath a centuries-old pine tree, [...] The post China explores, advances harmonious human-nature coexistence appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

WUHAN (June 6): In the golden light of early morning, a research vessel glided across China's Yangtze River, while a mysterious device trailed behind it, converting underwater sound waves into streams of data, with these efforts aimed at protecting one of the river's rarest inhabitants, namely the Yangtze finless porpoise. Known as the 'giant panda [...] The post China's underwater tech guards porpoises worldwide appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BEIJING (June 5): Chinese leader Xi Jinping held a phone call with US President Donald Trump today, state media reported, as the world's top two economies clash over trade. The call follows officials in Beijing and Washington accusing each other of jeopardising a trade war truce agreed last month in Geneva. It took place at [...] The post China's Xi held phone call with Trump: state media appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

PUTRAJAYA (June 5): Motor Vehicle Licence (LKM or road tax) renewals for individual private vehicles can be carried out at Road Transport Department (JPJ) kiosks in Sabah and Sarawak starting tomorrow. JPJ, in a statement today, said the renewal service will be available at 41 kiosks; 21 in Sabah and 20 in Sarawak. This service, [...] The post Sabah, Sarawak JPJ kiosks to offer road tax renewals from tomorrow appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

PUTRAJAYA (June 5): Micro and small-scale traders in the food and beverage sector may continue using subsidised liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders without a special permit until the amendments to the Control of Supplies Regulations (PPKB) 2021 are finalised this October. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said no legal [...] The post Small traders may use subsidised LPG until regulation amendments this October appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 5): A group of Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) students has issued a statement on Thursday, urging the authorities particularly the Sabah State Water Department (JANS) to take full responsibility for what they describe as a prolonged and unresolved water supply crisis affecting the university. Despite numerous complaints and formal reports lodged over [...] The post 'Miraculous' fix only came after external pressure - UMS students appeared first on Borneo ..

KOTA KINABALU (June 5): Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is in no rush to seek new partners ahead of the upcoming state elections, said its executive secretary, Datuk Mohamed Razali Mohamed Razi. Razali noted that the coalition remains committed to the existing GRS-Pakatan Harapan (PH) Plus alliance, as advised by the GRS chairman. "Whether others like [...] The post GRS focused on serving Sabah, not rushing into election alliances appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 5): Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) may contest more than 13 seats in the upcoming state elections, said PKR Sabah chairman Datuk Ts Mustapha Sakmud. Mustapha clarified that the figure recently mentioned by PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar is not final and suggested that the party may field more candidates. He also [...] The post PKR Sabah may contest more than 13 seats - Mustapha appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 5): Two businessmen were sentenced by the High Court here on Thursday for separate charges related to an organised crime group. Maslan Sani, 42, believed to be the group leader, was sentenced to five years in jail, while Nelson Yen Yee Chung, 46, received a three-year jail term for assisting the crime [...] The post Two businessmen jailed for involvement in crime group appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR (June 5): Petronas will cut about 10 per cent of its workforce as part of a major restructuring to reduce costs amid falling crude oil prices, financial news agency Bloomberg reported today. The state-owned oil and gas company plans to cut more than 5,000 jobs, CEO Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik Aziz said [...] The post Petronas to cut 10 pct of workforce amid oil price slump, freezes hiring until 2026 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 5): The Kasigui Urgent Water Supply Scheme (UWSS) project in Penampang is expected to be operational and begin producing treated water by the end of June, said Works Minister Datuk Shahelmey Yahya. He explained that the project, undertaken by Jetama Sdn Bhd, experienced a one-month delay from its original schedule due to [...] The post Kasigui water supply project to be operational by end of June Shahelmey appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 5): Kota Kinabalu will host the 37th Territorial Army Commanders' Conference (SKAW) Series 2025 on June 18. Assistant Chief of the Reserve Force, Major General Datuk Mohd Razief Che Ahmad, said Kota Kinabalu is the first location for the conference this year, following Perlis at the end of last year. "This commanders' [...] The post KK to host 37th Territorial Army Commanders' Conference June 18 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 5): Works Minister Datuk Shahelmey Yahya has refuted allegations made by Kinabatangan Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin, who claimed that roads in Kinabatangan are riddled with potholes and have been neglected due to political bias. Bung had raised concerns that political considerations may be the reason the roads in [...] The post Shahelmey dismisses Bungs claims of political bias in Kinabatangan road maintenance appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 5): Warisan's legal advisor Chin Tek Ming ridiculed that the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition led by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor would never dare to contest the upcoming 17th state election alone. He said Hajiji's earlier claim that GRS would go solo in the state polls was nothing but "self-delusion." [...] The post GRS solo election pledge dismissed as wishful thinking appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BINTULU (June 5): Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang has once again visited the Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) office here to follow up on rising complaints from residents regarding prolonged delays in electricity meter name transfers and new meter installations. Speaking to reporters after the visit today, Pang said his continued engagement with SEB follows a [...] The post Tanjong Batu rep urges SEB to act on meter transfer, installation delays in Bintulu appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 5): The Malaysia-China Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) Sabah Branch is reaffirming its strategic alliance with the World Halalprenuer Council to focus on positioning Sabah as the gateway for China-Malaysia halal ecosystem, as well as transforming Sabah into an international halal hub. Its president, Datuk Dexter Lau, disclosed that both parties met recently [...] The post Sabah aims to become China-Malaysia halal hub appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (June 5): The Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP) Sarawak has launched the 'Kuching Journey Planner' mobile application for commuters using the Bas.My Kuching service. According to its chairman Michael Kong, the app, which allows users to track the live location of Bas.My buses, is now available in beta mode on the Android Play Store. [...] The post LPKP Sarawak launches 'Kuching Journey Planner' app for Bas.My commuters appeared first on Borneo Post Online ..

SIBU (June 5): A construction company store employee was jailed for one year by the Magistrates' Court here today for assisting in the disposal of heavy machinery components. Willie Rampai, 34, of Ulu Bayan, Mukah pleaded guilty before Magistrate Romario Jonoi after the charge under Section 414 of the Penal Code was read to him. [...] The post Company store worker in Sibu jailed for disposing of stolen heavy machinery parts appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (June 5): Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and the Sabah Water Department (JANS) have agreed to strengthen collaboration, particularly in technical and communication aspects, to address the university's ongoing water supply issues. Works Minister Datuk Shahelmey Yahya said several discussions and site visits involving JANS and UMS -- coordinated by his ministry -- have [...] The post UMS, JANS strengthen cooperation to tackle water supply woes appeared first on ..